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Assembly Higher Education Committee Chancellor Goldsmith Testimony
Apr 29, 2025
Chancellor Goldsmith's testimony at the Assembly Higher Education Committee
Chancellor Goldsmith's Remarks - April 1, 2025 Board Meeting
Apr 1, 2025
Chancellor Goldsmith's Remarks at the April 1, 2025 Board of Trustees meeting
Chancellor's Remarks March 4, 2025 BOT Meeting
Mar 4, 2025
Remarks from Chancellor Carole Goldsmith at the March 4, 2025 Board of Trustees meeting
Chancellor's Remarks February 4, 2025 BOT Meeting
Feb 4, 2025
Remarks from Chancellor Carole Goldsmith at the February 4, 2025 Board of Trustees meeting
Chancellor Goldsmith's 2025 Trailblazers Event Speech
Feb 1, 2025
February 1, 2025 Speech: Honoring Dr. Kim Armstrong and All African American Trailblazers Amidst Contemporary Challenges
Message From Chancellor Goldsmith on Immigration Resources
Jan 31, 2025
Immigration Resources at SCCCD
Immigrant Rights Event
Jan 15, 2025
Immigrant Rights Event taking place Thursday, January 16th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
Chancellor's Remarks January 14, 2025 Board of Trustees Meeting
Jan 14, 2025
Chancellor Goldsmith's remarks at the January 14, 2025 Board of Trustees Meeting
Chancellor's Remarks December 17, 2024 Board of Trustees Meeting
Dec 17, 2024
Chancellor Goldsmith's remarks at the December 17, 2024 Board of Trustees meeting
Chancellor's Remarks Respectful Treatment of All Persons Resolution
Dec 17, 2024
Chancellor Goldsmith's remarks on Resolution 2023.65 Respectful Treatment of All Persons
Passing of Kathy Bonilla
Sep 9, 2024
It is with great sadness that we share the following message from Fresno City College. Please reach out to your colleagues and check on them. The college and district are working to bring additional resources to students and staff during this difficult...
Fresno Bee Op-ed: Community Colleges Can Help Ease the Nursing Shortage
Jun 23, 2024
View Chancellor Carole Goldsmith's and Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria's article published in the Fresno Bee.
Passing of Bruce Hill
Mar 18, 2024
It is with a profound sense of sadness that I share the news of the passing of Fresno City College Professor Bruce Hill.
Fresno Bee Op-ed: DEI Programs are Under Attack Nationwide. But Fresno Colleges Celebrate Black History
Feb 18, 2024
View Chancellor Carole Goldsmith's special to the Fresno Bee.
Passing of Former SCCCD PD Lieutenant Patrick G. Jackson
Feb 15, 2024
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of Former SCCCD PD Lieutenant Patrick G. Jackson after a short illness....
Passing of Victoria Martinez
Nov 15, 2023
Our colleague, Victoria Martinez, Fresno City College Coordinator of Dual Enrollment, passed away last week after a long illness. She was a dedicated college employee who took pride in her work and helped to increase the number of high school students i...
Passing of Dr. Emory Luck
Oct 26, 2023
We express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of former Fresno City College Athletic Director Dr. Emory Luck....
Chancellor’s Message Regarding Israel
Oct 10, 2023
As you may have seen in recent news reports, this past Saturday witnessed a deadly and violent attack by Hamas on Israel, reigniting conflict and war between the two parties. In times of global uncertainty, it is vital that we come together as a communi...
SCCCD Board of Trustees Announce Intention to Reappoint Joseph Hebert as Personnel Commissioner
Sep 29, 2023
The State Center Community College District Board of Trustees announces that it intends to reappoint Joseph Hebert to the State Center Community College District Personnel Commission.
Apprenticeship Opportunities
Sep 19, 2023
State Center Community College District (SCCCD) was awarded $1.1 million from the California Labor & Workforce Development Agency to provide additional upskilling opportunities for stranded Bitwise workers and the next generation of workers in Madera an...
SCCCD Supports DACA Students
Sep 19, 2023
A federal judge in Texas ruled against recent efforts by the Biden administration to protect the "Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals” (DACA) program, originally established during the Obama era. This decision from the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ...
Open Educational Resource Funding
Sep 5, 2023
The SCCCD Board of Trustees recently approved funding of $1 million dollars for Open Educational Resources (OER) materials development for the four campuses in the district.
Fall 2023 Convocation
Jul 19, 2023
State Center Community College District faculty members are invited to Faculty Convocation, taking place on August 2, 2023. This event promises to be an enriching experience where colleagues can connect, share ideas and learn from one another.
Fresno City College's New West Campus Opening Soon
Jun 27, 2023
Fresno City College’s new west campus opens soon. Take a look inside the ‘project of love’.
Message from the Chancellor Regarding Juneteenth Holiday
Jun 16, 2023
Gentle reminder that the colleges and district offices will be closed on Monday to commemorate Juneteenth, an important milestone in our nation's history.
Pride Month Participation
May 31, 2023
I hope this message finds you well. As we approach the month of June, I want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate Pride Month. This annual observance provides an opportunity for us to show our support for the LGBTQ+ community and reaffirm our co...
Declaration of Grounds Decentralization
May 4, 2023
The District is pleased to share that at the request of CSEA, the District and CSEA engaged in discussion to decentralize the groundskeeping functions of the District. This communication is to share information regarding the steps that were taken that l...
State Center Board of Trustees Approve Historic Agreements
May 3, 2023
I’m very pleased to report that last night our State Center Community College District (SCCCD) trustees approved a historic agreement for our more than 2,200 full and part-time instructors, counselors and librarians across the four colleges that will ta...
State Center CCD and State Center Federation of Teachers Reach Historic Agreements
May 1, 2023
I’m very pleased to report that our State Center Community College District (SCCCD) and the State Center Federation of Teachers (SCFT), who represent more than 2,200 full and part-time instructors, counselors and librarians across the four colleges, hav...
Chancellor’s Message Regarding Honoring the Nashville Victims
Mar 28, 2023
This morning President Biden ordered that all flags be flown at half-staff until March 31, 2023 “as a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on March 27, 2023, in Nashville.”
California Ends COVID-19 State of Emergency
Mar 21, 2023
On February 28, 2023, and after nearly three years, Governor Gavin Newsom ended the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
Passing of H. Ronald Feaver
Mar 20, 2023
It is with deep sadness that I share the recent passing of H. Ronald Feaver, a graduate of Reedley College and board member at SCCCD for 22 years.
Passing of Fresno City College Student
Mar 20, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that I share this tragic news....
Follow-Up Message: Severe Weather Impacts Oakhurst Campus - March 6, 2023
Mar 6, 2023
A Winter Storm Warning has been in effect for Eastern Madera County foothills and Sierra communities over the weekend through Monday morning 3/04-3/06. All in-person hybrid classes scheduled to take place at the Oakhurst Campus will need to be held onli...
Follow-Up Message: Severe Weather Impacts Oakhurst Campus - February 27, 2023
Feb 27, 2023
The extreme weather continues to impact the Oakhurst Campus and residents in Eastern Madera County foothills communities. All in-person classes scheduled to take place at the Oakhurst campus will need to be held online. Faculty and staff who live in or...
Severe Weather Impacts Oakhurst
Feb 22, 2023
As all of you probably know by now, Oakhurst is expected to get heavy snow beginning later tonight and lasting on and off through Saturday. Throughout the holiday weekend, I have had multiple conversations with President Reyna and we, along with Dean So...
Follow-up Message: Severe Weather Impacts Oakhurst Campus
Feb 22, 2023
Due to the expected snow and road conditions that are likely to follow, the Oakhurst campus will remain closed for in-person work and in-person classes for the remainder of the week. All faculty and staff who are scheduled to work at Oakhurst on Wednes...
Chancellor Goldsmith's Business Leaders Interview
Feb 8, 2023
View Chancellor Goldsmith's Business Leaders interview with Lance Cardoza
Spring Semester Message From the Chancellor
Jan 23, 2023
Spring semester message from the Chancellor
Chancellor’s Report to the Board – January 2023
Jan 19, 2023
Chancellor's report to the board in January of 2023.
Tragic Death of One of Our Students
Dec 16, 2022
N-Kya Rebecca Logan was a student at Fresno City College enrolled in the Early Child Education Program.
Dr. Lori Bennett Day
Dec 2, 2022
Yesterday, the City of Fresno declared a proclamation for our very own President Lori Bennett.....
Lee Herrick, California’s 10th Poet Laureate
Nov 18, 2022
It is a great honor to share that Fresno City College’s, Lee Herrick, has been appointed by Governor Gavin Newsome to serve as California’s 10th Poet Laureate.
Clovis Community College President Candidate Chosen
Oct 27, 2022
It is with great excitement and joy that I share with you that at the November 1, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees, I will recommend Dr. Kim E. Armstrong as the chosen candidate for Clovis Community College President.
Passing of Dr. Ned Doffoney and Mr. Ronnie Snipes
Oct 27, 2022
It is with deep sadness that I share with all of you the recent passing of two members of our State Center family.
Strategic Hiring Initiative
Oct 20, 2022
I am excited to announce, as part of our ongoing enrollment recovery efforts, the District is launching a $2 million strategic faculty hiring initiative....
Commitment to Our DACA Students and Families
Oct 6, 2022
Last night’s Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision, dealt a blow to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) program. The court ruled that the Obama administration did not have the legal authority to create the DACA program.
Message Regarding DACA
Oct 5, 2022
Perhaps like many of you, I am concerned by the pending decision by the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals about the future of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). It is our hope that our college campus communities know that those students an...
Cultural Understanding and Respect
Oct 4, 2022
I want to take this opportunity to share with you information about our college and district efforts to advance cultural understanding and respect and to ensure the safety of our Sikh students and colleagues.
Updated Covid-19 Information September 29, 2022
Sep 29, 2022
For two-and-a-half years now, we have weathered the COVID pandemic together. It hasn’t always been easy, but we have been flexible, adapted to the changes, and embraced the necessary measures we’ve taken as a District to keep our students and employees...
Updated COVID-19 Information August 22, 2022
Aug 18, 2022
Congratulations on a strong start of the fall semester! I wanted to share some updates to our COVID-19 protocols for the fall 2022 semester.
Important Update on Fall 2022 Semester Preparation
Aug 1, 2022
Important update regarding our Fall 2022 Semester COVID mitigation efforts.
Clovis Community College earns a special mention in Forbes
Aug 1, 2022
Forbes announced in the July 29th Forbes Advisor Best of 2022 that Clovis Community College was one of the Top 10 Online Trade Schools.
Quarterly Board Policy and Administrative Regulation Report
Jul 19, 2022
All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding, and abiding by all District Board Policies (BP) and Administrative Regulations (AR). Therefore, we are providing you with an update of revised or newly created BPs and ARs quarterly. All BPs and ...
Happy Juneteenth!
Jun 17, 2022
You will recall that last year, President Biden signed legislation establishing June 19, “Juneteenth”, as a federal holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the end of legal slavery in the United States and has been celebrated annually in various parts of the ...
Chancellor's Message Regarding Oklahoma Mass Shooting
Jun 2, 2022
It is with a heavy heart that I must report another tragedy that has become all too common in this country. A gunman opened fire inside the St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, killing at least four people. We send our condolences to the family and...
Chancellor's Message Regarding Mass Shooting in Texas
May 25, 2022
As you know, our nation experienced another horrific act of unspeakable violence. Yesterday, there was a mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas which killed 19 children and two teachers. We send our condolences to the family and friend...
Chancellor’s Message Regarding Killings in Buffalo
May 18, 2022
State Center Community College District joins with millions of people across our nation to condemn racially motivated hate, violence, and needless killings in Buffalo. Attorney General Merrick Garland said “The shooting is being investigated as a hate c...
Chancellor’s Message Regarding So Cal Shooting
May 18, 2022
State Center Community College District is saddened to learn of a shooting at the Geneva Presbyterian Church in Southern California which killed Dr. John Cheng and wounded five others. We send our condolences to the family and friends of those killed a...
Preparing for Fall 2022 Semester
May 17, 2022
I am writing today with an update regarding our vaccine policy, COVID-19 testing requirements, staggered staff schedules, and facial coverings as we prepare for the fall semester. It is reassuring to report that the number of COVID-19 cases and hospital...
Cybersecurity Awareness and Safety
Apr 8, 2022
This email is a gentle reminder about the importance of cybersecurity awareness and online safety.
Staggered Staff Schedules
Mar 31, 2022
I have decided that it is prudent for our District to continue staggered schedules through the end of the Spring 2022 semester for those classified professionals and counselors in service areas previously designated to work a modified in-person service ...
Masks Highly Recommended Eff. 03-21-22
Mar 17, 2022
I am happy to report that the number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have shown a steep decline since my March 7, 2022 message entitled Facial Covering Update. Therefore, beginning Monday, March 21, 2022, we will remove the facial covering “requi...
Staggered Staff Schedules
Mar 10, 2022
This communication is a follow-up to the February 14th message entitled COVID-19 Mask Update. In that message, I shared that “we will continue to maintain staggered schedules for many classified professionals and counselors in service areas previously ...
Chancellor's Message Regarding Ukraine
Mar 10, 2022
I am sure you are all aware that Russia has attacked Ukraine. My thoughts are with the Ukrainians who are experiencing the bombing attacks, their neighboring countrymen, as well as those who are here in our community watching the devastation on the news.
Facial Covering Update March 7, 2022
Mar 10, 2022
In my March 2, 2022 Districtwide communication, I pledged to keep you updated on Fresno and Madera County COVID-19 data and potential impact on the State Center Community College District facial covering requirements. The District has been planning for ...
No Change Yet to SCCCD Facial Covering Requirements
Mar 2, 2022
On February 28, 2022, Governor Newsom announced changes to the masking rules for counties that have reached significantly lower COVID-19 cases. Unfortunately, Fresno and Madera counties have not yet reached the data thresholds. Therefore, at State Cen...
Covid-19 Mask Update
Feb 14, 2022
For two years, our world has been navigating the impacts of COVID-19. For some, the pandemic has meant confronting a life-altering illness, extended stays in the hospital, or the loss of loved ones. For others, the pandemic has simply been an annoyanc...
Student COVID Reporting and Return Procedures
Jan 28, 2022
These procedures have been revised to align with recently updated guidance from the California Department of Public Health and Cal-OSHA. These COVID guidelines are for students who take classes on campus and/or work on campus.
Expanded COVID-19 Testing at SCCCD Colleges
Jan 24, 2022
Beginning today, January 24, 2022, each of the colleges will offer free on-campus COVID-19 testing for employees and students who may have been exposed. Employees or students who do not have symptoms, may go inside and test.
Welcome Back
Jan 14, 2022
Congratulations on your successful completion of the first week of the Spring semester! With all the busyness that comes with a new year, I want to pause and express my gratitude and welcome you all back.
Recent OSHA Ruling Clarification
Jan 14, 2022
The Supreme Court’s decision does not impact SCCCD’s vaccine requirements because the decision was about OSHA’s authority, and not the authority of employers and schools to require vaccination.
Trustee Area Redistricting: New Map Adopted
Jan 12, 2022
On January 11, 2022, the Board of Trustees adopted Map Scenario 5 to change its internal trustee area boundaries.
Dr. Marlon Hall Named Interim President of Fresno City College
Jan 5, 2022
State Center Community College District Chancellor, Dr. Carole Goldsmith, announced on January 5, 2022, the appointment of Dr. Marlon Hall to serve as interim president of Fresno City College.
COVID-19 Mask Update
Jan 4, 2022
On December 13, 2021, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) updated its mask mandate to require mask wearing for all individuals in all indoor public settings, regardless of vaccination status.
Board Names Chancellor
Nov 30, 2021
State Center Community College District Board President, Annalisa Perea, announced on November 29, 2021, the appointment of Dr. Carole Goldsmith to the position of chancellor.
Notice of Town Hall Meetings Trustee Area Redistricting
Oct 27, 2021
State Center Community College District will hold virtual town hall meetings on November 10, 2021, at 12:00 p.m., and on December 6, 2021, at 5:30 p.m., to review and discuss proposed changes to the District’s trustee area boundaries. The town halls wi...
Public Forums for Chancellor Finalists
Oct 11, 2021
State Center Community College District (SCCCD) Trustees announced the schedule of the virtual public forums for the finalists in the SCCCD Chancellor Search. Students, faculty, staff, administrators and the community are invited to meet and learn more...
SCCCD and University of Phoenix Offer 3+1 Transfer Pathway Program for Bachelor of Science Degrees
Oct 7, 2021
State Center Community College District graduates can save money transferring their applicable credits towards a bachelor’s degree from University of Phoenix, thanks to a new agreement between the two institutions.
Covid-19 Vaccine Reporting Deadline Employee Instructions
Oct 4, 2021
State Center Community College District (SCCCD) is committed to providing a safe and healthy learning and working environment for all students and employees by requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition to enter any indoor space on district ...
Special Board of Trustees Meeting Sept 24 2021
Oct 1, 2021
If you were unable to attend the September 24, 2021 Special Board of Trustees meeting, here are some of the actions that took place.
Patriot Day - 20th Anniversary of "9/11"
Sep 10, 2021
Twenty years is a long time and yet, at least for some of us, the events of September 11, 2001 seem only yesterday.
COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Deadlines
Sep 9, 2021
State Center Community College District (SCCCD) is committed to providing a safe and healthy learning and working environment for all students and employees by requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition to enter any indoor space on District ...
Vaccine Mandate Message from Chancellor Houston
Aug 26, 2021
The safety and health of all SCCCD students and employees is our top priority as we strive to ensure the continuous delivery of services to our students and community.
SCCCD To Mandate Vaccinations Beginning October 15
Aug 24, 2021
At a special board meeting held August 23, 2021, State Center Community College District Trustees voted to mandate vaccines for students, employees, contractors, and visitors beginning October 15, 2021.
Rescheduling Special Board Meeting - COVID-19 Mitigation
Aug 20, 2021
The Special Board Meeting scheduled for 8/20/2021 at 1 p.m. will be rescheduled due to participant capacity issues.
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
Aug 13, 2021
COVID-19 issue remains a rapid evolving situation. The District has made available a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page containing answers to General Mitigation Measures, Employee Quarantine and Isolation, and Instructor questions.
Message from Chancellor Houston COVID Update
Aug 9, 2021
Update on COVID-19 and SCCCD safety protocols.
Message from Chancellor Houston Requiring Indoor Facial Coverings
Aug 3, 2021
Health officials have found that the Delta Variant is more contagious than the first outbreak of COVID-19. Hospitalization cases are rising across the country, especially among those that remain unvaccinated.
Facial Covering Details Update
Jul 21, 2021
Current information regarding requirements for face coverings for State Center Community College District faculty, staff, students and visitors.
2020 Decennial Census Trustee Area Re-Districting
Jul 1, 2021
The District is required to review its trustee area boundaries to maintain a proper population balance every ten years, following the decennial census. The census data may reflect population shifts that require adjustments to the District’s internal tru...
Juneteenth Becomes Federal Holiday
Jun 18, 2021
President Biden signed legislation establishing June 19, “Juneteenth”, as a federal holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the end of legal slavery in the United States and has been celebrated annually in various parts of the country since 1865.
Facial Coverings
Jun 17, 2021
Beginning today, California is moving Beyond the Blueprint to safely and fully reopen the economy. Governor Newsom has terminated the executive orders that put into place the Stay Home Order and the Blueprint for a Safer Economy.
Message from Chancellor Houston regarding facial coverings
Jun 1, 2021
According to the CDC, vaccinated people no longer need to wear facial coverings indoors or outdoors in most settings. You may be wondering what this means for SCCCD District employees as we begin to transition back to working onsite.
Memorial Day 2021 Message From the Chancellor
May 27, 2021
Greetings Colleagues, The muffled drum's sad roll has beat The soldier's last Tattoo; No more on life's parade shall meet That brave and fallen few.
Message from Chancellor Houston regarding Back to Work
May 18, 2021
On behalf of the SCCCD Board, with humility and pride, I thank all of you for your success in making the transition to working remotely.
Remote Work and Return to Work
May 12, 2021
Many of State Center Community College District employees will continue to work remotely through July 4, 2021. Spring and summer classes will continue to be primarily taught online with some courses and programs that require interaction offered face-to...
Covid-19 Vaccine Update April 2021
May 6, 2021
Although the District is not currently requiring students or employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition to entering District campuses or facilities, the District strongly encourages all faculty, staff, and students to voluntarily receive...
Community Input Requested to Select New State Center Community College District Chancellor
May 5, 2021
State Center Community College District (SCCCD) has scheduled four virtual community forums to gather public input regarding the search for the next Chancellor. This search is underway as current Chancellor Dr. Paul Parnell retires on July 6, 2021 and D...
